Financial Analyst III -FMS

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications will be accepted from: All Persons Interested Division/Service Line: Financial Management Services/Financial Reporting & Fixed Assets Location: 611 Walker, 24th Floor Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm* *Subject to change

GENERALSUMMARY:Assists in coordinating the development and implementation of a variety of financial policies, programs, techniques and analyses to effectively prepare budgets and special projects. RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process & Capitalize Purchased Assets and HPW / CUS Projects
• Process and Retire Asset replacements for completed projects and controlled assets
• Capitalizing and Retiring Asphalt, Concrete and Bridge Assets
• Analyzing, Capitalizing and Retiring GSD Projects
• Analyzing, Capitalizing and Retiring DPC Projects
• Prepare documents for purchase asset audit selections
• Create and reconcile year-end accruals
• Perform other duties and special projects as requested
• Create journal entries as needed

WORKING CONDITIONS This position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort in a normal office environment. This is a Department of Public Works & Engineering Emergency Management position at the Tier III Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or closely related field. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Three years of professional experience in finance, economics, budget analysis or a closely related area are required Substitutions: Experience cannot be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree requirement. A Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or closely related field may be substituted for two years of the above experience requirement. MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS None

PREFERENCES

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting/Finance. A Certified Public Account (CPA) license or a CPA candidate applicant. Strong background and knowledge in financial statement preparation, asset management accounting, and SAP experience Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 21

APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting:http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfmor call 832-395-2976.

If you need special services or accommodations 832-395-2976 (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

This is a Department of Public Works & Engineering Emergency Management position at the Tier III Level.